❝ Football is a social phenomenon that cannot be compared. It’s the most universal language - more people speak the language of football than Spanish or English. Football is a global phenomenon that unites races, cultures and religion, that’s why we have such a huge social responsibility.”
“In many ways the top players are an example to society, but in some ways they are far from it. As much as you use your emotional intelligence in your behaviour, there are times when you don’t control your emotions and end up making mistakes. The media also enter into these situations because they are very competitive. Maybe we should all work towards making sure the good examples are far greater than the bad ones.
“In many ways the top players are an example to society, but in some ways they are far from it. As much as you use your emotional intelligence in your behaviour, there are times when you don’t control your emotions and end up making mistakes. The media also enter into these situations because they are very competitive. Maybe we should all work towards making sure the good examples are far greater than the bad ones.
→ José Mourinho, to Ronda Iberia magazine [+]
